DEN
Denver
United States
12,946 km
8,045 miles
ZAM
Zamboanga City
Philippines
Distance
12,946 km
8,045 mi / 6,990 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+15h
America/Denver
Heading
306°
northwest

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DEN ZAM
Airport Name Denver International Airport Zamboanga International Airport
IATA Code DEN ZAM
ICAO Code KDEN RPMZ
City Denver Zamboanga City
Country United States Philippines
Timezone America/Denver Asia/Manila
Elevation 5,434 ft 33 ft
Coordinates 39.860000, -104.670000 6.920000, 122.060000

Denver (DEN) to Zamboanga City (ZAM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Zamboanga International Airport (ZAM) in Zamboanga City, Philippines is 12,946 kilometers (8,045 miles / 6,990 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Philippines. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:19 in Denver, it's 17:19 in Zamboanga City. With a 15-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,401 feet between the two airports. Zamboanga International Airport sits lower than Denver International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zamboanga City (ZAM) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 39° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Denver International Airport (DEN) and Zamboanga International Airport (ZAM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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